Shirley Ann Novak's Obituary
Shirley Ann Novak, 83, rejoiced and joined her family in heaven on June 23, 2025. Born on July 8, 1941, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, she was the beloved daughter of the late Eugene and Martha Marie Thacker. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, Richard W. Novak Sr.
Shirley is survived by her loving children, Ann Marie Charavell, Cynthia Kilkenny (favorite son-in-law John Kilkenny), and Richard (Marcy) Novak Jr.; her cherished grandchildren, Michael, Alexandra, Erin, Megan (Charles), John, Ben (Stephanie), Amanda, and Sam; and her four great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind her sisters-in-law, Gale Novak, Renee (Rudy) Ringwall, Mary Thacker, and Cheryl Thacker
She was preceded in death by her brothers Wayne and Tom Thacker; and her brothers-in-law Ronald and Robert Novak.
Shirley enjoyed sewing and was an avid reader. She treasured the time spent with her grandchildren, often offering to babysit just to be with them. Above all, she was a devoted wife and mother, serving as the anchor and the matriarch of her family.
A visitation will be held on July 1, from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm, followed by a service at 12:00 pm at Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, OH 44070.
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